Rafakhala Village Overview
Rafakhala is a village in Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It lies about 8 km from Loisinga tehsil headquarters and around 35 km from Balangir district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Duduka is the Gram Panchayat for Rafakhala village.
The sections below provide essential information about Rafakhala village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafakhala is 419872. The village covers a geographical area of 253 hectares and has a pincode of 767021. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Location Map of Rafakhala
Population & Demographics of Rafakhala
This section provides population and demographic details of Rafakhala village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 377 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 244 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 133 | 170 |
Key population details of Rafakhala village are given below:
- Rafakhala village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 744, including approximately 377 males and 367 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 350 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Rafakhala village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 59.27%.
- There are around 198 households in Rafakhala village.
Transport & Connectivity of Rafakhala
Transport facilities help residents of Rafakhala village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rafakhala
The following villages are located close to Rafakhala and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rafakhala
- Where is Rafakhala located?
- Rafakhala village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rafakhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rafakhala is Duduka (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Rafakhala?
- The pincode of Rafakhala is 767021.
- What is the population of Rafakhala?
- Rafakhala has a total population of 744, including 377 males and 367 females.
- How many households are there in Rafakhala?
- There are 198 households in Rafakhala.
- What is the literacy rate in Rafakhala?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafakhala is 59.27%. Male literacy is 64.72% and female literacy is 53.68%.